I am new and I need to know how to create a chat box from scratch. The size does not matter as long as it does not take up a whole page. I need a basic chat box out line ( that works) I will make adjustments to it to customize it. Please don't referrer me to a chat box site , I have already tried all of them and I need my own! With out ads!

First question - Do you having support for either PHP or ASP on your site? Just want to know so I recommend the right script. Alternatively, start looking yourself for a solution here:

http://www.aspin.com/home/webapps/chat
http://php.resourceindex.com/Complete_Scripts/Chat/


Also, I know you said you didn't want someone else's solution but I thought I'd mention this one. It can add chat functionality to ANY site you want. So for example... this question

Here's the link if you are interested: http://home.gabbly.com/

Flash chat